Giving back to the community by thrifting
With people looking for a great deal, we wanted to highlight a thrift store that has great deals and a great mission. Mindy Murphy with the Spring of Tampa Bay talks about their thrift store and how it helps domestic abuse survivors.
With people looking for a great deal, we wanted to highlight a thrift store that has great deals and a great mission. Mindy Murphy with the Spring of Tampa Bay talks about their thrift store and how it helps domestic abuse survivors.
Plant City quadruple death update
Plant City Police Chief Richard Mills Jr. gives an update on the shooting deaths of four people from the same family in Plant City.
Plant City Police Chief Richard Mills Jr. gives an update on the shooting deaths of four people from the same family in Plant City.
Focusing on first responders' mental health
Following two mental health crises, the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay wanted to share the resources they have available for first responders. Meg Ross and Rodney Castro talk about resources available.
Following two mental health crises, the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay wanted to share the resources they have available for first responders. Meg Ross and Rodney Castro talk about resources available.
Focusing on school safety
As school begins in several counties, its important for parents, teachers and the general public to know the new rules in place during this time of year. Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister breaks down what people need to know.
As school begins in several counties, its important for parents, teachers and the general public to know the new rules in place during this time of year. Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister breaks down what people need to know.
Local dad competes in Pop-A-Shot Championship
After a close competition, Nick DeMarinis reflects on the Pop-A-Shot Championship in Orlando.
After a close competition, Nick DeMarinis reflects on the Pop-A-Shot Championship in Orlando.
'Cookie Queens' movie highlights Girl Scout growth
As a new girl scout movie goes into theatres, many girl scout troops feel represented. Mary Pat King, CEO of the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida, talks about her own experience and what this movie means for local troops.
As a new girl scout movie goes into theatres, many girl scout troops feel represented. Mary Pat King, CEO of the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida, talks about her own experience and what this movie means for local troops.
AI regulations in the industry
As AI becomes more prevalent in everyday life, many are questioning if there should be strict guidelines for artificial intelligence. Chris Hutchins, CEO of Hutchins Data Strategy Consulting, explains why certain guardrails should or should not be in place for AI use.
As AI becomes more prevalent in everyday life, many are questioning if there should be strict guidelines for artificial intelligence. Chris Hutchins, CEO of Hutchins Data Strategy Consulting, explains why certain guardrails should or should not be in place for AI use.
Focus on preventable crashes
Drivers running red lights has become too common, and can be deadly to the driver or someone else. Melissa Wandall, president of the National Coalition for Safer Roads talks about her personal story and why she is now advocating for roadway safety.
Drivers running red lights has become too common, and can be deadly to the driver or someone else. Melissa Wandall, president of the National Coalition for Safer Roads talks about her personal story and why she is now advocating for roadway safety.
U.S. Special Operations Command present 2026 Patriot Award
Jodi Burns, a longtime Special Operations spouse, has worked tirelessly to help those who have served. And now, she is being recognized for her patriotism, with the 2026 Patriot Award. Jodi Burns, the CEO of the Special Forces Trust talks about her journey and shares success stories.
Jodi Burns, a longtime Special Operations spouse, has worked tirelessly to help those who have served. And now, she is being recognized for her patriotism, with the 2026 Patriot Award. Jodi Burns, the CEO of the Special Forces Trust talks about her journey and shares success stories.
Dealing with back-to-school anxiety
As school gets back in session, its important to know how to deal with stress. Dr. Wendy Rice, licensed psychologist & founder of Rice Psychology Group breaks down what parents and teachers need to know.
As school gets back in session, its important to know how to deal with stress. Dr. Wendy Rice, licensed psychologist & founder of Rice Psychology Group breaks down what parents and teachers need to know.
Space X rocket piece crashes into moon
Early Wednesday morning it was confirmed that a stray part from a rocket crashed into the moon and potentially caused a new crater. Astronomy Professor Kevin Mackay at USF explained why this happened.
Early Wednesday morning it was confirmed that a stray part from a rocket crashed into the moon and potentially caused a new crater. Astronomy Professor Kevin Mackay at USF explained why this happened.
Advocating for E-bike safety
After a scary crash, The JOY FM Midday Host, Candice Grey, shared her recovery story. And now, she's advocating for better E-Bike safety all-around.
After a scary crash, The JOY FM Midday Host, Candice Grey, shared her recovery story. And now, she's advocating for better E-Bike safety all-around.
Utilizing AI in school work
As students head back to school, its important to know what AI should and should not be used for. Professor John Licato with the USF Bellini Colege of Artificial Intelligence breaks down what we need to know.
As students head back to school, its important to know what AI should and should not be used for. Professor John Licato with the USF Bellini Colege of Artificial Intelligence breaks down what we need to know.
Creative school lunch meal preps
As parents prepare to bring their kids back to school it can be hard to pack a different lunch every weekday. Jenny "Lunch Box Mafia" gives easy tips on how to pack a stylish, well-balanced meal.
As parents prepare to bring their kids back to school it can be hard to pack a different lunch every weekday. Jenny "Lunch Box Mafia" gives easy tips on how to pack a stylish, well-balanced meal.
Resetting screen time for school
As the start of the school year fast approaches, reducing screen time can be important for students. Dr. Jennifer Takagishi, TGH Muma Children's Hospital, Healthpark, USF gives tips for parents to help reduce kid's screen time.
As the start of the school year fast approaches, reducing screen time can be important for students. Dr. Jennifer Takagishi, TGH Muma Children's Hospital, Healthpark, USF gives tips for parents to help reduce kid's screen time.
Flock and license plate reader controversy
Following a deputy involved shooting, Sheriff Grady Judd touted the usefulness of license plate readers. Retired FBI special agent Rich Kolko talks about the controversy behind the cameras and how they help law enforcement.
Following a deputy involved shooting, Sheriff Grady Judd touted the usefulness of license plate readers. Retired FBI special agent Rich Kolko talks about the controversy behind the cameras and how they help law enforcement.
Riverview mom runs Badwater 135
After a huge feat, running the 135 mile ultramarathon in the death valley, Nicole Coccia is back home and practicing for her next run. She joins Tampa Bay Live's Regina Gonzalez to talk about her next steps.
After a huge feat, running the 135 mile ultramarathon in the death valley, Nicole Coccia is back home and practicing for her next run. She joins Tampa Bay Live's Regina Gonzalez to talk about her next steps.
Cirque Christmas coming to St. Pete
Tickets recently went on sales for "A Magical Cirque Christmas" as the Crique is coming to town on November 20. Jonathan Rinny, a performer with the Cirque, talks about what to expect.
Tickets recently went on sales for "A Magical Cirque Christmas" as the Crique is coming to town on November 20. Jonathan Rinny, a performer with the Cirque, talks about what to expect.
NOAA Hurricane Hunters explain their mission
As we're knee deep in hurricane season, meteorologists need the most up-to-date data to keep people safe. Kerri Englert, NOAA Flight Director and Meteorologist breaks down how NOAA operates when a hurricane is brewing.
As we're knee deep in hurricane season, meteorologists need the most up-to-date data to keep people safe. Kerri Englert, NOAA Flight Director and Meteorologist breaks down how NOAA operates when a hurricane is brewing.
Aviation reactions to blue angels low flyover
Following the controversial Blue Angels flyover on pensacola beach, many are wondering how this was allowable. Ron Alvarado, Chief Operating Officer at Aero Consulting Experts breaks down what could have happened, and the skills needed to operate flyovers such as this.
Following the controversial Blue Angels flyover on pensacola beach, many are wondering how this was allowable. Ron Alvarado, Chief Operating Officer at Aero Consulting Experts breaks down what could have happened, and the skills needed to operate flyovers such as this.